27.6 Written Decision

A. The written decision of the Executive Director on a request for reasonable accommodation shall explain in detail the basis of the decision, including the Executive Director’s findings on the criteria set forth in Section 27.5.  All written decisions shall give notice of the applicant’s right to appeal and to request reasonable accommodation in the appeal process set forth in Section 27.7. The notice of decision shall be sent to the applicant by certified mail.

B. The written decision of the Executive Director shall be final unless an applicant files an appeal to the Board of Zoning Adjustments in accordance with Section 27.7.

C. If the Executive Director fails to render a written decision on the request for reasonable accommodation within the thirty (30) day period established in Section 27.4, the request shall be deemed granted.

D. While a request for reasonable accommodation is pending, all laws and regulations otherwise applicable to the property that is the subject of the request shall remain in full force and effect.